A member asked:
Can you die from lymphoma?
2 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in
Dr. Liawaty Hoanswered
Hematology and Oncology 24 years experience
Yes: Unfortunately, yes, people can die from lymphoma.
6k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
Dr. Luis Villaplanaanswered
Internal Medicine 36 years experience
Yes: This day and age unlikely. Significant numbers of patients can be cured with early detection and treatment.
6k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
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A member asked:
Can I die from lymphoma if I ignore it?
2 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in
Dr. Keith Stockerl-Goldsteinanswered
Hematology and Oncology 31 years experience
Yes, it is possible: There are different types of lymphomas which can range from slow growing to rapidly progressive. All lymphomas, even low grade can lead to death if not treated.
6k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Last updated Feb 23, 2019
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